Working in Uzbekistan for a corporation in Botswana

Can I work remotely for a company in Botswana while being in Uzbekistan?

It is usually doable, but we recommand to check the following key points first:

1. If you have a work visa, you can work remotely, but you will not be able to get a new visa in Botswana.
2. If you have a residence visa, you can work remotely, but you will not be able to get a new residence visa in Botswana.
3. If you have a residence visa and you are working remotely, you will have to travel to Botswana at least once every 6 months, which means you will need to spend at least one month in Botswana every time you want to renew your visa.

It is usually doable, but we recommand to check the following key points first:
I am a South African citizen and I have a residence visa in Botswana.

How to live in Uzbekistan and find remote work in Botswana?

Finding remote work in Botswana if you are located in Uzbekistan might be difficult, therefore we recommend you to learn how to live in Uzbekistan and find remote work in Botswana.

1. Find remote work in Botswana
   Botswana is a country in Southern Africa. It is bordered by Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Africa.
   The capital of Botswana is Gaborone.
   The official language is English.
   The official currency is Pula (Pula).
   The population is about 2 million.
   The population is mostly Black.
   The official religion is Christianity.
   The majority of people in Botswana live in rural areas.
2. How to live in Uzbekistan
   Uzbekistan is a country in Central Asia. It is bordered by Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, China, and Iran.
   The capital of Uzbekistan is Tashkent.
   The official language is Uzbek.
   The official currency is Soms.
   The population is about 32 million.
   The population is mostly Uzbek.
   The majority of people in Uzbekistan live in rural areas.
3. How to find remote work in Botswana
   The official language of Botswana is English.
   The official currency is Pula.
   The majority of people in Botswana live in urban areas.

How a company in Botswana can send my salary in Uzbekistan?

When working remotely for a corporation in Botswana, you salary can be send to Uzbekistan but only if you have a permit. If you don’t have the permit, your salary is sent back to Botswana.

As a remote worker, you can still work in Botswana and receive your salary in Uzbekistan. You have to set up an account with a foreign company that is allowed to work in Botswana and that can pay you in Uzbekistan. When you have set up an account, your salary can be sent to Uzbekistan. You can also send your salary to Uzbekistan from your personal account.

How can I get a permit to work in Botswana?
To work in Botswana, you need a permit. You can get a permit at the embassy in your home country.

What is the permit fee?
The permit fee is usually around $50. You can pay it at the Botswana embassy in your home country.

Can I get a permit from Botswana if I have a permit from another country?
You can’t get a permit from Botswana if you have a permit from another country.

What if I don’t have a permit from my home country?
If you don’t have a permit from your home country, you can still get a permit in Botswana. The process is quite simple. You just have to show that you have a job offer from a company that is allowed to work in Botswana.

Where to pay my taxes when working remotely in Uzbekistan for a company in Botswana?

If you are working remotely in Uzbekistan for a corporation established in Botswana, taxes could seem complicated but in fact , it is quite simple.

In Uzbekistan, you are considered a self-employed person, and you need to register for taxes. You are not required to pay taxes if you earn less than $4,000 per year.
If you are working remotely for a corporation established in Botswana, you need to file taxes for both countries.
In this article, I will explain how to file taxes for both countries.
How to file taxes for both countries
In the United States, you are required to file taxes for the state where you live, and for the federal government.
In Uzbekistan, you are required to file taxes for the state where you live, and for the federal government.
If you work remotely for a corporation established in Botswana, you need to file taxes for both countries.
You can use the same tax filing software for both countries.
If you are working remotely in Uzbekistan for a corporation established in Botswana, you need to file taxes for both countries.